What we are looking for:
-A dedicated vocalist who will teach weekly one-on-one voice lessons tailored to each student’s age, goals, and level
-Someone who will develop individualized lesson plans that foster vocal technique, artistry, and confidence
-A passionate artist who will prepare students for recitals, auditions, and performance opportunities throughout the year
-Someone who communicates clearly with students and families to support consistent progress and engagement
-The candidate will have a regular teaching schedule during the entire year with 6 weeks off for holidays, spring break, summer break

Requirements:
At CHSMA, we believe the tone you bring to a room matters. We are looking for kind, supportive, and uplifting individuals who create a positive experience for students and families alike. Our school community thrives on mutual respect, encouragement, and the joy of making music together—and we’re excited to welcome faculty who share those values.

-Bachelor’s degree or higher in Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, or Music Education
-Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, preferably in one-on-one private instruction
-Strong vocal technique and musicianship across a range of styles
-Excellent communication skills and a high level of professionalism
-A commitment to student growth, consistency, and artistic development

Additional Information:
-Bachelor’s degree or higher in Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, or Music Education
-Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, preferably in one-on-one private instruction
-Strong vocal technique and musicianship across a range of styles
-Excellent communication skills and a high level of professionalism
-A commitment to student growth, consistency, and artistic development

Contact Information:
For more information or to apply, please reach out to Rachel Hall at RHall@chsma.com or Dave Tedeschi at DTedeschi@chsma.com. We’d be happy to hear from you and answer any questions you may have.

A bit more about us:
Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts (CHSMA) is seeking a dynamic and passionate Voice Instructor to join our vibrant teaching community. For over 26 years, CHSMA has been a cornerstone of private music education in the Chapel Hill, Durham and Carrboro area, currently serving over 650 students of all ages and experience levels.

This position is ideal for a teacher who values one-on-one instruction and is excited to build meaningful, long-term relationships with students. You’ll have the autonomy to plan and execute your own lessons while being supported by a dedicated administrative team that handles scheduling, billing, and communication—so you can focus on what you do best: teaching.

Aldersgate UMC in North Durham is hiring a part-time organist.

Position Summary

The Church Organist serves as an integral part of worship at Aldersgate UMC, providing organ and piano music and accompaniment for weekly worship services and special events. This part-time position collaborates closely with the Director of Music and Senior Pastor to enhance the overall worship experience.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Play the organ and piano for all services weekly; including service music for prelude, postlude, hymns, offertory, accompanying choirs and soloists, etc., as well as congregational singing.
Provide music needed for special services, including but not limited to: Advent and Holy Week services.
Attend and participate in choir rehearsals, including but not limited to Chancel Choir and Children’s Choir.
Work in concert with the Director of Music, Pastors, and Worship Committee to enhance worship services.
Assist in provision of qualified substitutes in all absences.
Seek professional relationships with other church musicians and keep abreast of developments in worship and liturgy through associations, continuing education, and professional church publications.
Fees for weddings and funerals are not provided by the church but are honorariums from couples and families at an amount determined by church policy.
The Organist shall have permission to conduct private organ/piano lessons and to make the organ available to qualified students.
Attend job-related meetings as needed.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Organ and piano skills necessary for accompanying choral groups, soloists, instrumental ensembles/handbells, congregational singing, as well as providing worship service music.
Sight-read hymns and octavo music, including open-score playing; ability to play in a variety of styles.
Knowledge of United Methodist worship tradition and a theological understanding of the church sufficient to select and provide service music appropriate to the liturgical calendar, in consultation with the Director of Music and Senior Pastor as needed.

Supervision, Evaluation and Terms of Appointment

Supervised by Director of Music
Evaluated at 90 days, then annually thereafter, by the Director of Music and the Staff Parish Relations Committee

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20,000.00 – $24,000.00 per year